OFM_Ch_7_Office Environment

What are the two broad categories of office layouts?

• Remote offices and Virtual offices

• Open plan offices and Closed offices

• Cubicle offices and Shared offices

• Private offices and Co-working spaces

What is an advantage of a closed office layout?

• More Privacy

• Better control and supervision

• Saving space

• More direct communication

What is the emphasis of newly adapted open plan office designs?

• Fewer distractions

• Sharing of facilities and accommodation

• Isolation of noisy equipment

• Improved security

What is Ergonomics concerned with?

• The measurement of the human body

• The study of office layouts

• The efficiency of persons in their working environment

• The design of office furniture

What does system furniture enable in offices?

• Enhancement of natural lighting

• Installation of air conditioning units

• Creation of tailor-made workstations

• Reduction of noise levels

What is an important factor in creating a pleasant working environment?

• Heating

• Lighting

• Ventilation

• Noise reduction

What is the purpose of wire management in offices?

• To provide additional seating options

• To control air conditioning units

• To ensure cables and wires travel unobtrusively

• To enhance office decor

What is an important consideration for office safety?

• Proper guards on all equipment

• The color of wall coverings

• The type of furniture selected

• The arrangement of plants

What should organizations produce for their employees regarding health and safety?

• An accident report form

• A security plan

• A list of qualified first-aiders

• A health and safety document

What is an important aspect of office security?

• The arrangement of desks

• Alarm systems

• The color of furniture

• The use of VDUs